Do you know the difference between 3Action energy gel, liquid energy gel and energy drink?

You've probably noticed it already. There is a wide range of gels on the market with not only different brands or flavours, but also different types. Do you know when it is best to take which gel during your workout? After all, the right sports nutrition can make or break your training or competition. During exercise, the energy level in your body decreases because the sugar level in the blood decreases. As a result, you have less energy and your performance decreases. Replenishing your energy level in time is important to prevent the well-known man with the hammer.

The classic energy gel

The classic energy gel has earned its stripes in the sports nutrition range. Each energy gel has a unique composition with its own advantages and disadvantages. 3Action energy gel is a concentrated energy-rich gel that quickly replenishes carbohydrate deficiencies during exercise and is available in lemon or strawberry flavour. This energy gel contains 75% carbohydrates or 25g per portion, is quickly absorbed and easily digestible. In addition, 3Action energy gel also contains Palatinose, a unique glucose-fructose compound, which extends the energy release. Due to the combination of fast sugars and Palatinose, the body is not only quickly supplied with energy, but the fuel also remains available to the body for longer. 3Action energy gel is available in a handy compact size (34g) so that it can be easily taken with you. A concentrated energy gel must be taken with water for optimal energy absorption. In addition, these gels cause gastrointestinal problems more quickly. Dilute and drink well is therefore the message. For many, this is often the disadvantage, fortunately for them there are also drinking gels such as 3action liquid energy gel or energy drink.

The alternatives: drinking gels

A drinking gel can be taken without water, easy right? Here too, there are noticeable differences. 3Action Liquid energy gel is a ready-to-use drinking gel that replenishes carbohydrate deficiencies during exercise and is available in the flavours apple (with added Guarana) or blackcurrant. This gel also contains 25g carbohydrates, Palatinose and is easily digestible for the body to prevent gastrointestinal problems. If we look at the effect, there is little to no difference between the energy gel and liquid energy gel. The difference is therefore in the consistency (syrupy vs. liquid). In addition, 3Action Energy drink has in the product range. 3Action Energy drink is a ready-to-drink energy-rich gel in a compact and resealable packaging and is suitable for all athletes who need a fast and long-lasting energy supply before or during exercise. It is available in the flavour lemon-lime. The packaging has an easy screw cap so that you can use multiple servings during exercise. One 3action Energy drink contains 43g carbohydrates (75ml). Despite the higher carbohydrate content, no additional water intake is required here either. The difference here is in the packaging and the carbohydrate content.

As 3Action, we would like to emphasize that sports nutrition is customized and personal. Always try out in advance which nutrition suits you best. It is best not to do this the first time at an event such as a cyclo or a competition.

- Michaline Lon, sports dietician 3Action -